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Position Summary
The Horowitz lab seeks a part-time remote community manager for the Foldit biochemistry video game.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Essential Functions
- Coordinate with Discord moderators
- Coordinate with Foldit scientists and developers
- Answer and redirect questions from Foldit players
- Schedule and promote Foldit events
- Monitor Foldit forums
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of Foldit
- Knowledge of video game online communities
- Expertise in Microsoft Office
- Expertise in Discord use
Required Qualifications
Work Schedule
Part-time remote
Working Environment
- Standard office environment.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
- Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
- Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) February 13, 2025.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Rate
The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.